Richard Spry-Shute | Independent EV Infrastructure Consultant
Independent consultant

Richard is a director-level leader with over 15 years' experience across regulated and infrastructure sectors, including local authorities and organisations such as EDF, BMM Energy Solutions and Believ/Liberty Charge. Since 2012, his work has focused on delivering EV charging infrastructure for local authorities and commercial property owners, from hotels and leisure centres to business parks. He works closely with each client to understand their needs, recommend the right solution for today, and build in the flexibility to grow as demand evolves. He is based in the South East of England and is passionate about safe, inclusive charging design for all.

Appearances:

Day 3 - 24th September @ 12:10

Leadership beyond the chargepoint: Workforce, customers and communities

How strategic leadership can build skilled and diverse teams, inclusive customer experiences and community-centred infrastructure to accelerate electric mobility.

This panel, organised by Solar+ Leaders and the Women in Solar+ Europe (WiSEu) Network, explores how putting people at the centre of EV charging can support a more inclusive, accessible and successful transition to electric mobility.

Building a skilled and diverse workforce: The technical, digital and human competencies the sector needs, and how diversity can strengthen teams, support innovation and better reflect the customers they serve.
Creating inclusive customer experiences: How accessibility, safety, usability and affordability can ensure charging infrastructure serves the full diversity of EV users.
Developing community-centred infrastructure: How engaging local communities and understanding their different mobility needs can build trust, expand equitable access and accelerate adoption.

Carmen Madrid, Founder, Women in Solar+ Europe